There are three boxes you need to check before you apply. And you'll have to put in some real work to pull this off.

As the SSA continues on its February payment schedule, we bring you the complete lowdown on when benefits will be paid this month.

Social Security checks are sent out on different days of the month, with most recipients scheduled based on their date of birth.

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With a new government shutdown looming in the U.S., we take a look at what this would mean for Social Security and SSI beneficiaries.

This week, payments will be made on Tuesday, February 3 to certain claimants.

Choosing when to claim Social Security is vital for retirees. Here's what happens when you claim it at 67.

Most people who receive Social Security retirement benefits will see their monthly payments in February 2026 as usual — with checks and direct deposits distributed according to the Social Security ...

The average Social Security retirement beneficiary is expected to receive a monthly payment of about $2,064 in 2026, based on the most recent data provided by the Social Security Administration. But ...

Social Security tax rules will change in 2026 at the state and federal level. West Virginia will stop taxing Social Security benefits, leaving seven states that tax benefits. Older Americans will also ...

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